Here you will find important updates in the world of instant runoff voting and events to attend that help spread the word of IRV/RCV in SC.
Huge news out of Irmo
The Town of Irmo has passed the very first resolution in support of instant runoff voting in South Carolina!!!
What does that mean?
It means that one of the entities directly impacted by our bill (municipalities) have shown their support. This is a loud voice that can directly impact our legislature. But this is just the start. Do you want to learn how to pass a resolution in support of IRV in your local area? Fill out this form.
Help us celebrate our win by liking, commenting, and sharing on your favorite platform: Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X (formerly Twitter), and Blue Sky.
Check out some of the coverage so far: WACH and the Lexington Chronicle
Great events to get plugged in!
Majority Rules Screening: March 2, 2pm. Join the League of Women Voters of Charleston and fellow IRV supporters (or those just curious) to learn about instant runoff voting's use across the country, but particularly in Alaska.
Phonebanking with BBSC: March 17, 5pm. We're calling supporters to let them know about our upcoming organizing meeting. The more people we have out, the more impactful our statement is!
Statewide Strategy Call: March 25, 6:30pm. Our monthly meeting are the 4th Tuesday (usually) of the month! Join us to recap the month and discuss the future, locally. Join us in Columbia, Charleston, or virtually. Everyone will meet on the call and have a quick recap of what the state of the movement in South Carolina is and then we'll break into local groups.
These meetings are a great place to learn about passing resolutions of support in your community!
Letter to the Editor Training: March 3, 8pm. Join other IRV enthusiasts in crafting letters for your local newsletters. Best practices and strategies will be discussed. All questions answered. By dedicating focused time to writing LTEs on a regular basis, you can help boost the IRV signal in your community and across the country.
IRV Pitch Training: Thursdays at 8pm. Learn how to pitch Instant Runoff Voting when canvassing on the street or at an event from a Rank the Vote National Organizer! We'll talk about best practices, and have opportunities for you to practice in a friendly environment. All questions welcome.
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Something fun!
We've talked about the Oscars' use of ranked choice voting to pick best picture but fellow SC org, Be The Ones took it a step further. Vote for Best Picture today!
Plus:
Listen: Understanding Proposals to Change South Carolina Primaries: Simple Civics: Greenville County
Listen: Partisan Voter Registration: What Would It Mean in South Carolina: Simple Civics: Greenville County
Want to be more connected? Join our Slack channel!
Virginia counties expand the use of ranked choice voting amid limitations: The Center Square
Impact of cross-endorsements in ranked choice voting elections: FairVote
Mathematics professor explains ranked choice voting: KPCW
The year of the ranked choice voting election: FairVote
H.3589 Municipal Option Bill
This bill will give municipalities the option of using instant runoff voting in elections. Last session we got a hearing, this year we want to go even further, but we need your help.
We are looking for:
Cosponsors
We are actively looking for cosponsors for this municipal option bill. The best way to do this is to sit down with legislatures and have a conversation with them about the benefits of IRV. We know that talking to our legislators can be intimidating. If you would like to meet with your elected officials or have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]. We can provide support and guidance.
Postcards
We'll be hand delivering postcards from constituents. Do you want your legislator to know you support IRV or have a group of friends who would like to submit them? Great! Let us know and we'll send them to you.
Municipal Resolutions
Municipalities are directly impacted by our bill, which would give towns and cities the option of using instant runoff voting. We want to show the legislature that this is something that they want. Municipalities can do this by passing resolutions in support of IRV. To learn how, please fill out this interest form.
Speaking Opportunities
When people hear about instant runoff voting, they like it. If you are a part of a group that hosts speakers, please consider a Better Ballot SC speaker. We'd love to spread the word among your network.
Are you looking for a flyer to hang up at your local community board? Or maybe something to handout to people? Check out our Printables!
We have an easy way to get involved! Sign our petition! Show your support of instant runoff voting by signing and sharing. Remember to share it to your social media!
If you like what you've read here and would like us to continue our efforts, please donate. We're building momentum here in South Carolina. Help us continue to educate our fellow South Carolinians. Consider making a monthly contribution. It helps us to better strategize our long term goals.
Thank you for reading,
Nicole Sanchez,
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